- The Central Bank of Congo (BCC) is seeking tenders for Cisco Catalyst 9400 series switches.
- Bidders must submit applications by September 17, 2024, along with financial and technical qualifications.
The Central Bank of Congo (BCC) has announced a national open tender for the acquisition of network equipment. This tender invites qualified candidates to provide Cisco Catalyst 9400 series switches, a critical infrastructure upgrade to modernise the bank’s IT systems.
BCC opens tender for network equipment
The Central Bank of Congo (BCC) has issued a public invitation for tenders under the tender notice number AON/O no OAO/BCC/CGPMP/MF/DI/2024. The bank is looking to acquire Cisco Catalyst 9400 series network switches to enhance its IT infrastructure. Interested suppliers are required to submit their bids by September 17, 2024, at 11:30 am, Kinshasa time. The bidding process is governed by Congo’s public procurement laws, ensuring a transparent and competitive process.
Eligible candidates must meet several qualification criteria, including providing certified financial statements for the past three years and proof of at least one similar contract executed. The tender requires an offer guarantee of CDF 10,000,000 in the form of a bank guarantee, valid for 120 days. The project management and public procurement unit is located at BCC headquarters in Kinshasa.
“We invite qualified candidates to participate in this tender to enhance our network infrastructure, as part of our commitment to modernising the bank’s systems.”
A BCC representative
About the Central Bank of Congo
The Central Bank of Congo (Banque Centrale du Congo – BCC) is the country’s primary financial institution, overseeing monetary policy, banking supervision, and financial stability. Established under public law, BCC plays a crucial role in ensuring economic stability in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The bank operates under the legal framework of organic law no. 18/027 of 2018, which outlines its responsibilities and governance.
